I'm Sam, a therapist and the co-owner of Green Coast Counseling. I'm so glad you're here! I know how hard it can be to struggle with emotional or mental health issues. I've been there myself. I know how lonely, hopeless, and overwhelmed you can feel. But I also know that relief is possible and I am here to help. I believe that therapy is a powerful tool for transformation. It can help you understand yourself better, cope with your emotions, change your negative patterns, improve your relationships, and achieve your goals. I became a therapist because I am constantly amazed at the positive impact it can have, not only in your life, but the lives of those around you. Therapy is a gift that you give to yourself and to those who care about you. It is a sign of strength and courage, not weakness or failure. It is a way of honoring yourself and your potential. I create a comfortable space where you can be yourself, express yourself freely and share memes that describe how you are feeling (lol). I listen to you with empathy and respect. I challenge you gently and respectfully. I also use humor in the therapy space because some things that us humans experience is wild! My approach to therapy is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I work with you as a partner, not as an authority, to empower you to take charge of your own healing and growth. I specialize in helping adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, self-esteem, relationship issues, and life transitions. My therapeutic style is client-centered, and strengths-based, often using mindfulness, narrative therapy, ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy) and CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) techniques in my practice. If you feel we might work well together, get in touch! Remember, you are not alone. You are not hopeless. You are not broken. You are worthy of love and happiness.